San Juan

Running around Old San Juan can be a little overwhelming, with its many world class shops, fusion restaurants, bars and even more claiming the most authentic of authentic Puerto Rican food. Walking in they had beautiful decorations that remind me...

I couldn't think of a better way to cool down while walking around San Juan than by enjoying a refreshing paleta! Paletas (popsicles) come in a million different flavors, and the dulce de leche paleta I had from Señor Paleta was by far my...

The mallorca (“my-your-cuh”) is the iconic Puerto Rican sandwich that’s typically eaten at breakfast, washed down with a cup of coffee. When I was in Old San Juan, I had more than my fair share at Cafeteria Mallorca. The mallorca is a soft,...

I've often taken the eight-minute stroll down the cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses from La Fortaleza (the governor's residence) for a simple lunch in the 60-year-old Cafe Manolin. When my family and I need a break from the sun...

The walled city of Old San Juan in Puerto Rico is a beautifully restored example of a Spanish colonial city, with buildings dating back to the 16th century. Famous for its narrow cobblestone streets and colorful houses, this old town is full of...

The first thing you should know about Barrachina is that it claims to have invented the piña colada, so stopping by to have one is a must! Served in a tall glass filled to the brim, it's garnished with a maraschino cherry and pineapple...